5 players with the most interceptions in the Premier League this season (2021-22)

The Premier League has seen a number of interceptions this season
The Premier League has seen a number of interceptions this season

#3 Matthew Cash (Aston Villa) - 51 interceptions

Matty Cash for Aston Villa v Manchester City - Premier League
Matty Cash for Aston Villa v Manchester City - Premier League

The Premier League has seen some amazing performances from full-backs in the 2021-22 campaign and Matthew Cash has been one of them. The Aston Villa right-back has been quite impressive both with his attack and defense this season.

Generally, Matthew Cash has been quite attacking-minded but in the current campaign, his contributions have been more balanced. With 45 blocks to his name, the Englishman ranks third-best in this regard.

The 24-year old has made the second-most crosses in the Premier League this season with 55 crosses. Courtesy of Matthew Cash's smart reading, he has been able to make 51 interceptions in the current campaign.


#2 Declan Rice (West Ham United) - 55 interceptions

Declan Rice for West Ham United v Sheffield United - Premier League
Declan Rice for West Ham United v Sheffield United - Premier League

Declan Rice is arguably the most wanted player in the Premier League right now. Courtesy of his stellar performances with West Ham United, the Englishman will definitely be in high demand come next summer.

The 22-year old has been a phenomenal player in midfield with his understanding and reading of the game. Declan Rice is also pretty good with his passing and defensive abilities. In the last two Premier League seasons, he has finished with the second-most interceptions in the league.

He has only got better this season with 55 interceptions to his name. With more consistency added to his game this campaign, Declan Rice is currently one of the best midfielders in the Premier League.


#1 Valentino Livramento (Southampton) - 55 interceptions

Valentino Livramento for Crystal Palace v Southampton - Premier League
Valentino Livramento for Crystal Palace v Southampton - Premier League

Valentino Livramento came through the ranks at Chelsea. The English right-back looked set to continue with the Blues before contract talks broke down between the club and the player.

Amidst this breakdown, Valentino Livramento decided to join Southampton in the Premier League. Ever since joining them, the Englishman has been a regular figure with the Saints. He is known to be quite attacking-minded given his quick pace and brilliant crossing abilities.

The 19-year old has already scored once this season in the Premier League and has been a lively presence on the right. Despite being on the offense more frequently, Valentino Livramento has made 55 interceptions this season, the most in the league so far. Having played a game less than Declan Rice, the Southampton right-back is ranked at the top of the list.

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